In France, the film Groundhog Day is referred to as 'Un jour sans fin', which literally translates to 'endless day' and carries a broader meaning in everyday language.
My cultural awakening: Groundhog Day made me quit my job, move house and leave my girlfriend
If anything, Bill Murray's nightmare onscreen life was better than mine. Murray is a TV presenter, forced to report on the same local festival for ever whereas I was stuck working four jobs.
"With a less talented and charismatic star, a production could fall flat, but that's not the case here. Travis Bilenski proved to be equally impressive as Phil."
Groundhog Day: The European origin of the American tradition
The Groundhog Day tradition, rooted in Candlemas, symbolizes a blend of superstition and celebration, as communities engage in the forecasting of seasons through folklore.